Revealed: The Secret Devil Fruit to Defeat One Piece’s Immortal Holy Knights

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This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf arc.

Summary

  • Immortality is the biggest power of the Holy Knights and Five Elders in One Piece.
  • Soul damage is the key to beating the Holy Knights and Elders.
  • Joy Boy’s Haki caused damage to Five Elders, showing soul damage is effective.

The Grand Finale of One Piece has unveiled a plethora of thrilling aspects so far, and although several enigmas of this world have been clarified, numerous new mysteries have arisen as a result of the turbulent progression of events following the Egghead incident.

As a dedicated fan, I’m absolutely thrilled about one of the game-changing elements that Oda introduced in the Final Saga: the debut of the Holy Knights and the entrance of the Five Elders into the action! These characters are now pivotal figures in the epic battle we’re witnessing unfold. And let me tell you, their power is immense, but Oda may have just hinted at their greatest vulnerability yet!

The Biggest Power Of The Holy Knights And The Five Elders

  • The Five Elders Showed Immortality In Egghead
  • The Holy Knights Showed Immortality In Elbaf

It’s clear to most followers that the Holy Knights and the Five Elders conceal formidable powers, given they are under Imu’s command and require superior strength. As demonstrated in One Piece’s final saga, it was revealed that the Five Elders control powerful Yokai beasts, which wield immense power, and the Holy Knights themselves possess unique Devil Fruit abilities that make them stand out among the majority of fighters within the story.

Robin, Chopper, Hide! We cannot beat them, they’re immortal! — Saul about the Holy Knights

Among all their exceptional abilities, there’s one that stands out among the Holy Knights and the Five Elders – the extraordinary gift of eternal life. This is a well-known trait for both groups; the Elders displayed their immortality in Egghead, while the Holy Knights were confirmed to be immortal in Elbaf. Their power is undeniably immense, yet it seems that Oda may have hinted at the potential counter to this power already.

Why Soul Damage Is The Key To Beating The Elders And Holy Knights

Imu Suffering Damage From Joy Boy’s Haki Proves It

Oda repeatedly emphasizes that harm inflicted upon characters like the Five Elders and Holy Knights typically has no effect since they can heal from it. However, there are certain attacks that do cause them pain. For example, when Joy Boy released his Haki, all Five Elders were injured by it, and even Imu felt the impact, despite being hundreds of miles away. It seemed as though Imu’s spirit was connected to the Elders, allowing them to feel the damage together.

I control all the souls! — Big Mom

Lately, I’ve found myself intrigued by the character Gunko. Unlike other times when she’d bounce back unscathed from powerful blows, this time, she felt a deep pain after kicking Brook. It turns out, Gunko is deeply connected to the Soul King, and striking him caused her spiritual anguish rather than physical harm. This suggests that even the Holy Knights and Elders, who seem invulnerable, aren’t invincible. They can withstand physical attacks, but they can be wounded on a deeper level – their souls.

In the world of One Piece, Conqueror’s Haki is often considered the best defense against such soul damage. However, it’s not the only way. Haki, you see, is just a manifestation of one’s spirit, which in turn is connected to the soul. It’s plausible that Gaban will guide the Straw Hats on how to strike the souls of the Holy Knights using Haki, and this could be our key to overcoming their greatest strength within One Piece.

The upcoming One Piece chapter 1148 will be released in a week from now, which is on May 11 worldwide. Typically, new chapters of One Piece come out on Sundays, but in Japan, it’s at 12AM JST on Monday. For most international readers, the chapter will be accessible on May 11. The official release date for One Piece Chapter 1148 is set for May 11, 2025. Excitingly, fans can read this chapter for free on Manga Plus!

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2025-05-05 00:15